Established Camping
Lithia Springs
Campers are Saying
Lithia Springs, near Shelbyville, Illinois, is a fantastic spot for campers looking to enjoy the great outdoors by the beautiful Lake Shelbyville. With a variety of sites available, including options for tents, RVs, and even glamping, there's something for everyone here.
The campground boasts a marina that’s just a stone's throw away, making it easy to rent boats or grab fishing gear. Many visitors have praised the clean facilities, including well-maintained restrooms and showers, which add to the overall comfort of your stay. One camper noted, “The campground is well maintained and bathrooms/showers are kept clean,” highlighting the attention to detail that keeps guests coming back.
Outdoor activities abound, from swimming at the beach to hiking the nearby trails. Campers appreciate the spacious sites that offer a good amount of privacy, making it a great place to unwind. As one reviewer put it, “Great sites, lots of space and privacy.” Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer retreat, Lithia Springs provides a welcoming atmosphere for all types of campers.
General Overview
US Army Corps of Engineers
Lake Shelbyville
Overview
Lithia Springs Campground sits on the eastern shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. This facility has a variety of amenities and offers outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing.
Recreation
Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. Lithia Springs provides a boat ramp, and for those without a boat, several ponds with farmed fish are available around the lake. Hunting areas within a short drive offer numerous game species, including quail, rabbit, pheasant, deer, dove, turkey, waterfowl and woodcock.
Facilities
Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. Lithia Springs provides a boat ramp, and for those without a boat, several ponds with farmed fish are available around the lake. Hunting areas within a short drive offer numerous game species, including quail, rabbit, pheasant, deer, dove, turkey, waterfowl and woodcock.
Natural Features
The campground lies in an oak and hickory forest. Foliage turns a variety of red, orange, purple and yellow each fall, while prairie flowers dot the landscape in spring and summer. Numerous species of songbirds, shorebirds, waterfowl and raptors inhabit the lake area, as do mammals such as cottontail rabbit, white-tail deer, gray and fox squirrel, muskrat and mink.
Nearby Attractions
Wolf Creek State Park, Woods Lake Waterfowl Refuge and Okaw Bluff Wetlands Complex are popular locations for wildlife watching, birding and hunting near Lake Shelbyville.
Location
Lithia Springs is located in Illinois
Directions
From Shelbyville, Illinois, go three miles east of Shelbyville on State Route 16 to County Road 2200E. Turn left and go two miles to County Road 1500N. Turn left again and drive 1.4 miles to the campground.
Address
1989 State Hwy 16
Shelbyville, IL 62565-9378
Coordinates
39.4344444 N
88.76 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly